Introduction to research

Research is a way of establishing knowledge through

• empiricism

• logic

• intuition

• ethical reasoning

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of research?

• systematic

• replicable

• simple

• empirical

It is an organized search for knowledge

• hypothesis

• systematic

• research

• data

It is a collection of observations from which conclusions can be drawn. Itt can be words, numbers or images.

• hypothesis

• systematic

• research

• data

A researcher conducted and made a modification in the research methodology of a research report found in an online science journal satisfies what characteristic of research?

• replicable

• controllable

• systematic

• logical

The subsequent are aims of research EXCEPT

• generating new knowledge

• verifying existing knowledge

• finding application for old knowledge

• developing investigator

Which of the following criteria SHOULD be considered for a good basic research?

• cost

• accessibility

• clearly-defined goals

• questionable validity and reliability of research methods

What is the characteristic of research that follows an orderly and sequential procedure?

• empirical

• systematic

• controlled

• critical

This concept implies that whatever we conclude on the basis of our findings is correct and can be verified by other researchers

• controlled

• empirical

• reliable and valid

• systematic

Which of the following statements below is the most convincing way to begin a research paper?

• "I think you should listen to the evidence that I will present to you."

• "I feel that you should listen to the evidence that I will present to you."

• "The evidence presented will demonstrate that..."

• "I believe this evidence is important because..."